Racing Assistant Manager - MGM Yonkers

Description

The SHOW comes alive at MGM Resorts International

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work in a place full of excitement, diversity, and entertainment? Are you enthusiastic about being a team player in one of the most fascinating industries in the world? At MGM Resorts, we seek individuals like YOU to create unique and show-stopping experiences for our guests.

THE JOB:

The Racing Assistant Manager is responsible for supporting the Director of Racing in the operations of live harness racing, including determining race conditions, structures, and schedules. This role collaborates with internal and external business partners, contacts, and organizations, including New York State (NYS) Gaming Commission, The Standardbred Owners Association, American Harness Racing Secretaries, Inc., and United States Trotting Association (USTA). All duties are performed in accordance with property and company policies, practices, and procedures.

THE DAY-TO-DAY:

• Assist the Race team with managing racing and paddock crews, including operational and performance management

• Assist Race team with putting races together; utilize USTA ETrack system to record and accept entries and compile race cards; ensure accuracy, quality, and quantity of product/entrants and compliance with established race conditions and regulatory parameters while identifying and mitigating any conflicts of interests

• Manage department labor budget; creating schedules for team members accordingly based on business need. Review and approve time worked and time off requests

• Prepare appropriate forms or nomination blanks for all Late Closing Series following the guidelines set forth by the Race Secretary.

• Ensure race programs are received and distributed to appropriate parties as required

• Assist Race team with reviewing and verifying all entrants and applicable declaratons to ensure are proper classification and race eligibility and for accuracy for publication; ensure entrants are processed in the system and appropriate paperwork and information is collected and/or documented

• Calculate purses for Stake Races, Late Closers, Sire Stakes, Amateur Races (NAADA & CKG Billings) and determine which Stake account the purse will come from to ensure efficient execution of payment for all involved parties

• Oversee execution of claims (purchases) according to rules and regulations of NYS Gaming Commission; includes ensuring claimants submit appropriate paperwork and have establish credit, as required; accepting and verifying payment according to regulations; and preparing and distributing notifications to appropriate parties

• Proof Race Card for accuracy with the race conditions, look for conflict of interests and check to see if any race needs to adjustment for wagering purposes as deemed necessary

• Prepare Point Standings for all Late Closing; calculate the standings after each leg for publication in various media/informational sources

• Attend and observe night races for documentation and to provide support to horsemen with any issues or questions

• Compile post-race summaries and information across various reporting functions, including recording handle, running order, finish order and times, scratches, horses making breaks, any horses being placed on the Steward’s list with supporting documentation

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• Must be 18 years or older and able to obtain proper licensure in accordance with the New York State Gaming Commission

• Has a Bachelors Degree along with 2 years of prior relevant experience ideally working at a harness racetrack

• Is able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in written form

THE PERKS & BENEFITS:

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement including networking opportunities, and community volunteer programs

• A supportive and collaborative work environment

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

• Retirement savings plan with company match

• Wellness incentive programs to help you stay healthy physically and mentally

• Companywide discounts on hotel, entertainment, shopping, and food & beverage

• Exclusive discounts with our corporate partners on travel, electronics, online shopping, and beyond

• Complimentary meal in our employee dining room, where you can savor a variety of delicious and healthy options throughout the day

• Free on-site parking, making your commute hassle-free and convenient

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Pay Range:

The pay range for this role is:

Please keep in mind that this range represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual salary offer will take into account a wide range of factors, including location.

Eligible employees have the opportunity to participate in medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans as well as 401(k) and time off plans. Specific program offerings vary by eligibility factors such as geographic location, employment status, and union membership.

Are you ready to JOIN THE SHOW? Apply today!